Gemini for Educators: A Hands-on Approach to Using AI

Outline

I. Introduction (5 minutes)

Hook: Compelling question about AI in education
Overview: Briefly introduce Gemini and its potential for transforming education.
Learning Outcomes: Clearly state what participants will be able to do by the end of the session.

II. Exploring Gemini's Capabilities (15 minutes)

Interactive Demo: Showcase Gemini's key features through a live demonstration, highlighting its ability to:
Generate creative text formats (poems, code, scripts, musical pieces, email, letters, etc.)
Demonstrate how to use prompts effectively in Gemini.
Hands-on Activity: Participants engage in a short activity using Gemini (e.g., generating a lesson plan, creating a personalized reading list for a student, getting feedback on an assignment).

III. Gemini for Personalized Learning (20 minutes)

Differentiation: Explaining how Gemini can be used to create differentiated learning experiences for diverse learners (e.g., providing different levels of scaffolding, offering various modalities for learning).
Adaptive Learning: Discussing how Gemini can adapt to individual student needs and provide personalized learning pathways.
Examples: Sharing concrete examples of how educators are using Gemini to personalize learning in their classrooms (e.g., case studies, testimonials, videos).

IV. Gemini for Assessment (20 minutes)

Formative Assessment: Exploring how Gemini can be used for ongoing assessment (e.g., creating interactive quizzes, providing real-time feedback on student work).
Summative Assessment: Discussing how Gemini can assist with summative assessments (e.g., generating essay prompts, analyzing student writing, providing feedback on projects).
Data Analysis: Explaining how Gemini can analyze assessment data to provide insights into student performance and inform instruction.

V. Gemini for Productivity and Creativity (15 minutes)

Streamlining Tasks: Showing how Gemini can save educators time by automating tasks like lesson planning, grading, and communication.
Creative Applications: Exploring innovative ways to use Gemini to foster creativity in the classroom (e.g., AI-powered storytelling, generating ideas for projects, collaborative writing).

VI. Ethical Considerations and Future Implications (10 minutes)

Responsible AI: Discussing the ethical considerations of using AI in education, including data privacy, bias, and the role of human interaction.
Future of Education: Facilitating a discussion about the potential impact of AI on the future of education and the evolving role of educators.

VII. Q&A and Wrap-up (5 minutes)

Questions: Allowing time for participants to ask questions and clarify any doubts.
Resources: Providing links to helpful resources, tutorials, and support materials.
Next Steps: Encouraging participants to explore Gemini and experiment with its applications in their own classrooms.

Supporting research

https://ai4k12.org/
https://www.thinkific.com/blog/ai-in-education/
https://new.nsf.gov/science-matters/ai-education-ai-education
https://www.languagemagazine.com/2023/05/31/the-importance-of-artificial-intelligence-in-education-for-all-students/